The Most Important Things First

The 2025 harvest was one of the most challenging in years. Torrential rains, flooded fields, delays, and grain with elevated moisture levels have left many farmers facing losses. Drying facilities were bursting at the seams, and prices increased day by day. No wonder that during AGRITECHNICA the DryTech dryers from UNIA Grains attracted enormous interest — a solution that allows farmers to break free from weather dependence and secure their yield in any conditions.

Now, in November, as farmers review the season’s costs and plan investments for 2026, one question arises: can a farm afford another wet season without its own dryer?

Wet Harvest 2025 – Real Losses and a Lesson for the Future

In many regions of Poland, it felt like a battle against mud and endless rainfall. Farmers from Wielkopolska and Kujawy pointed to:

• grain moisture levels exceeding commercial standards,

• difficulties entering waterlogged fields with combines,

• high risk of mould and mycotoxin development,

• rapid drops in grain quality and test weight,

• growing queues and rising costs for drying services.

The conclusion from this season is simple: those who have their own dryer keep quality under control — regardless of the weather.

DryTech – Technology That Works the Way Farmers Need

Farmers visiting the UNIA Grains stand at AGRITECHNICA most often asked about:

• fuel consumption,

• uniformity of drying,

• corrosion resistance of components,

• availability and installation time.

That is why it’s worth highlighting what sets DryTech apart from typical mobile dryers.

1. Air Recirculation System – Up to 30% Fuel Savings

Heat that escapes into the atmosphere in traditional dryers is recovered here. This means lower fuel usage, reduced costs, and faster drying.

2. Uniform Operating Conditions – Grain Quality Under Control

DryTech maintains stable temperatures, ensuring the grain dries evenly — without scorching, local discolouration, or damage.

3. Corrosion Resistance – Thanks to Punching Technology on the Trumpf TC5000

The dryer’s structure is made from galvanized steel sheets processed through punching rather than laser cutting or drilling. This matters because:

• no material overheating = no heat-affected zones that promote corrosion,

• the zinc coating remains intact,

• structural elements are more durable and better withstand the humid environment inherent to grain drying.

This is a real engineering advantage that directly translates into long equipment life.

4. Flexible Control – For Every Grain Type

Different crops, different initial moisture levels, different drying temperatures — DryTech allows full adjustment of parameters to actual conditions.

What Does This Mean for the Farm?

A stable yield, higher market value, and long-term peace of mind.

After drying in DryTech, a farmer benefits from:

• grain ready for safe storage in silos,

• a higher selling price due to maintained quality parameters,

• lower fuel costs,

• greater independence from service providers and weather conditions.

For many farms, this is the difference between a loss and a stable profit.

November – The Best Time to Make an Investment Decision

Right now farmers are analysing:

• how much paid drying services cost,

• how much grain lost quality,

• how long the downtime lasted due to rain and mud,

• how much can be gained by having their own dryer already in the 2026 season.

It is clear: 2025 proved that drying is not an expense — it is income protection.

Which Dryer to Choose?

• DT15 / DT25 – ideal for medium-sized farms, excellent performance-to-cost ratio.

• DT40 / DT50 – for large farms and grain collection centres, designed for continuous operation at high volumes.

After the Challenges of 2025, Farmers Are Choosing Independence

When the weather becomes unpredictable, farmers need technologies that secure their yield. DryTech is one of them: energy-efficient, durable, corrosion-resistant, and providing a real long-term advantage.

Explore the full DryTech dryer range and prepare your farm for the next season.